Comet Igniter is a high-tier ARC component tied to late-game progression. You need it to advance projects such as the Weather Monitoring System and to complete contracts introduced with the Shrouded Sky update.
You can only obtain this material from one source: the Comet ARC. This enemy is a rolling explosive unit designed to rush you and detonate at close range. It behaves more aggressively than earlier spherical ARC variants and will attempt to self-destruct once it locks onto you.
If the Comet destroys itself, you often receive low-value scrap instead of the Igniter. To secure the proper drop, you must eliminate it with weapon damage before it fully charges and explodes.
Key points to remember:
- Drops exclusively from Comet ARCs
- Required for specific Shrouded Sky projects
- Must be killed before self-detonation for better drop consistency
- Classified as a rare crafting material
Once you collect an Igniter, store it immediately in your secure inventory slot to avoid losing mission progress if you die during extraction.
Locations and Farming Strategy for Comet Igniters
Comet ARCs can spawn across all maps and weather conditions, but you increase your chances in wide, open spaces. These areas give the unit room to land and roll, which makes spawns more frequent and easier to track.
Players consistently report strong spawn rates in:
| Map Area | Notes |
|---|---|
| Dam Battlegrounds | Open terrain with repeated sightings |
| Buried City (north plaza area) | Frequent orbital drops |
| Blue Gate | Regular Comet landings |
You can identify a Comet by its metallic spherical body, a single bright “headlight,” and a glowing strip across its surface. When it drops from orbit, you will see visible ARC trails in the sky.
Use high-damage weapons such as Ferro, Anvil, or Hullcracker, and apply focused fire as soon as it targets you. Seeker grenades also help end the fight quickly.
Listen for its distinct high-pitched whine and large explosion. That audio cue lets you track nearby encounters and move in if you want to third-party the fight before the loot disappears.
